Seahawks re-sign running back Marshawn Lynch to multi-year contract

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The Seahawks on Sunday announced they have signed star running back Marshawn Lynch to a multi-year contract.

Seattle had been poised to use its franchise tag on Lynch, the Seahawks leading rusher last season with 1,204 yards and 12 touchdowns. He has become a fan favorite ever since his earth-rattling run in the Seahawks’ playoff upset of New Orleans last year — and noted for his habit of eating Skittles on the sidelines.

Seahawks management had been in “deep talks” with Lynch for the past few weeks, according to reports. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported the deal is $31 million over four years.

“We are excited to keep Marshawn Lynch as a part of what we are building,” Seattle GM John Schneider said Sundahy. “This is what we were hoping for when we acquired him from Buffalo.”